THE INTERNATIONAL
FERRO ALLOYS CONFERENCE

5th-7th September 2022 @ Taj Resort & Convention Centre, Goa, India

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Attend the most Luxurious & Interactive Trade Conference in the World of Ferro Alloys Industry

The International Ferro Alloys Conference (IFAC), is the most luxurious and interactive trade conference in the world of Ferro Alloys Industry. The conclave witnesses a world class gathering of industry leaders, technology experts, investors and government officials. IFAC 2022, organized by The Indian Ferro Alloy Producers Association (IFAPA), along with Marketing and Media Partner ‘Steel Mint’’ is back after three years with its thought provoking interaction, networking of knowledge and ideas at the most spectacular and sought after destination – GOA, with mesmerizing entertainment, food and drinks at the lavish settings of Taj Resorts and Convention Centre, Goa from 5th – 7th September 2022.

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IFAPA, was founded in 1961 as an independent noble body representing the Bulk & Noble Ferro Alloys manufacturers spread across the country. IFAPA completes 61 years of its successful journey in July 2022 with a growing member count from 5 to a current total of 80.

Ever since its inception, IFAPA has been spearheading the growth of the Ferro Alloys Industry in India, serving as an active interface between the industry and the government to discuss and determine the needs of the industry and its solutions, stepping up productively and standardizing norms. At the same time, IFAPA has facilitated global representation of India’s potential in the field to pave the way for new business opportunities.

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Our Events Schedule

All the events will be conducted at The Taj Resort & Convention Centre, Dona Paula

9:15 - 10:45

Lighting of the Lamp, Inauguration Ceremony, Opening Remarks

9:15 - 10:30

Keynote address by the Chief Guest

10:30 - 10:45

Tea and Coffee Sponsored by Metallic Ferro Alloys LLP

Session 1 : Steel and Stainless Steel

10:45 - 11:00

Indian Steel Scenario in the Global context Today

V. S. Chakravarthy, Director (Commercial) - Steel Authority of India Limited

11:00 - 11:15

China Steel Perspective

Xia Gang, CEO - Million Link (China) Investment Ltd

11:15 - 11:30

Stainless Steel - Closing the Gap on per capita consumption in Indiation in India

K K Pahuja, President - ISSDA

11:30 - 11:45

India's Increasing Presence in Global Ferro Alloys Sector

Mahesh Keyal, Managing Director - Mortex Group

11:45 - 11:55

Question and Answer Session

11:55 - 12:10

Tea and Coffee Sponsored by Metallic Ferro Alloys LLP

Session 2 : Manganese Based Ferro Alloys and Manganese Ore

12:10 - 12:25

Structural changes in Mn markets and implications for stakeholders

Paul Desportes, Sr VP Comml. (Mining & Metals Division) - ERAMET

12:25 - 12:40

Global Manganese Ore 2022-2030

Gautam Kumar, Director - Asia Minerals Limited

12:40- 12:55

TBA

12:55 - 13:05

Pricing Trends on Bulk Ferro Alloys and Ore

Kshitij Pandey, General Manager - Steel Mint

13:05 - 13:15

Question and Answer Session

13:15 - 14:15

Lunch

Session 3 : Chrome Based Alloys and Ore

14:15 - 14:30

Chromium industry outlook - How the current geopolitical and macro-economic context is impacting the market

Victor Constant, Senior Market Analyst - ICDA

14:30- 14:45

Changing landscape of Chrome Value Chain: Move towards Green Chrome and Sustainable Technology

Debraj Mukherjee, AGM (International Sales) - Tata Steel Mining Ltd

14:45 - 15:00

Ferro Chrome production Techniques & Challenges

Siddharth Seth, AGM (Production) - Nava Bharat Ventures Ltd

15:00 - 15:15

LC Fe Cr Production in India and Oman

Kazim Okutan, Tuf Group

15:15 - 15:25

Question and Answer Session

15:25 - 15:40

Tea and Coffee Sponsored by Metallic Ferro Alloys LLP

Session 4 : Raw Materials & Power

15:40 - 15:55

China Policy Implications on Coke Market

Oliver Gonsalves, Senior Analyst - Trafigura

15:55 - 16:10

Power Portfolio Management for Industrial Consumers

Dr. Ranjib K Mishra, CMD (I/C) - PTC India

16:10 - 16:25

Introduction to Furncor Engineering

16:25 - 16:35

Question and Answer Session

19:30

Cultural Programme and Gala Dinner

Keynote Speakers

V. S. Chakravarthy

Director (Commercial) - Steel Authority of India Ltd

Hill Summer

Founder & CEO - Million Link

Franciscus Prins

VP (Sales & Marketing) - Elkem

Kazim Okutan

Projects Director - Tuf Group

Paul Desportes

Sr. VP Comml. (Mining and Metals Div.), ERAMET

Mahesh Keyal

Mortex Group

Ranjib Mishra

Chairman & Managing Director (Addl. Charge) - PTC

Gautam Kumar

Director - Asia Minerals Limited

M.C. Thomas

Managing Director, Essel Mining & Industries Ltd - Aditya Birla Group

Victor Constant

Senior Market Analyst - International Chromium Development Association

Debraj Mukherjee

Assistant General Manager - Tata Steel Mining Limited

Siddhart NavBharat

Assistant General Manager (Production) - Nava Limited

Oliver Gonsalves

Senior Analyst - Trafigura

K K Pahuja

President - ISSDA

Rohan Baid

Research & Insights Professional [Steel Industry Specialist] - Steel Mint group

Naveen Dadoo

Director - Pelden Enterprises

Created in 1984 and based in Paris France, the ICDA is a non-profit association that promotes the value and sustainability of chromium and represents the chromium industry worldwide, through communication, forums and R&D projects. With a membership representing 24 countries across 5 continents, it is the authoritative voice of the industry, dealing with chromium in all its forms.

Taj Resort & Convention Centre, Goa

With a forested hillside perch and gorgeous Sea Views, the 299-room Taj Resort & Convention Centre, the luxurious vertical resort in Goa of Taj, oozes luxury & scale. 10 minutes from Panjim and neighbouring the Cidade de Goa, it stands tall, bold and generous. With only 17 miles and a 45 minute drive from the Dabolim airport, the hotel is located in the heart of Goa. It will play host to the IFAC 2022 conference where its Convention Centre can accommodate over 1000 delegates.

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